The efficacy and effects of calendula

September 6, 2023
Calendula, also known as "marigold", is the flower of the marigold plant of the family Asteraceae. The medicinal properties of light, flat, many people like to use the calendula flower tea, then the efficacy and role of calendula are what?

Anti-inflammatory

Calendula officinalis supercritical and carbon dioxide extract has a strong anti-inflammatory effect, calendula dilute alcoholic extract for local use, anti-inflammatory effect on croton oil-induced otitis in mice. Calendula can be used externally for various inflammatory diseases of the skin and mucous membranes, and can also be taken internally to treat various inflammatory diseases and ulcers.

Antibacterial

Calendula has antibacterial and antibacterial effects, and has a good effect on staphylococcus and streptococcus. Its antibacterial components are soluble in alcohol but not in water. In alkaline environment, the effect is better.

Promotes wound healing

Calendula has superb healing ability, can sterilize, anti-inflammatory, astringent wounds, can be used to treat skin diseases and wounds, and can reduce sunburn, burns, etc.

Sedative

Calendula extract has a sedative effect on the central nervous system and can reduce reflex excitability; intravenous injection can cause a decrease in blood pressure, enhance heart activity, increase the amplitude of the heartbeat and slow down the heart rate.

Beauty and skin care

Calendula has a calming effect on the skin, improving sensitive skin, promoting skin metabolism, and repairing scarring, making it an excellent skin care product.
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